Valentino and Hinkle Use Comparator Data to Resolve Discrimination Claim

Partners James Valentino and Ramsey Hinkle recently used comparator data to successfully resolve a discrimination matter on behalf of a former high-level executive in New York City. The use of comparator data in employment discrimination cases is a powerful tool that can suggest discriminatory intent. Comparing the treatment of an employee who alleges discrimination to […]

Valentino Resolves Workplace Sexual Harassment Dispute

As the workplace has shifted, so too has an employer’s obligation to address complaints of sexual harassment. Today, addressing sexual harassment extends to incidents that may occur far beyond the walls of a traditional workplace. For example, sexual harassment can occur at a work-sponsored event or at the hands of an employer’s client or customer. […]

Kirshner, Linder, and Blassberger Secure Dismissal in High-Profile Sexual Assault Case

Partners Isabelle Kirshner, Brian Linder, and Effie Blassberger successfully secured a dismissal for real estate executives Alon and Oren Alexander in a recent civil case involving the brothers. The high-profile decision was reported in The New York Times. In his January 22, 2025 decision, Judge Lewis A. Kaplan of the Southern District of New York […]

Blassberger Published in NYLJ Discussing Pre-Litigation Subpoenas

Partner Effie Blassberger recently published an article in the New York Law Journal discussing how Blake Lively’s use of pre-litigation subpoenas in her case against Justin Baldoni demonstrates the power of pre-litigation subpoenas to shape the narrative of a case before it even reaches trial. As Blassberger notes, “Despite increased awareness and public support, many […]

Valentino and Hinkle Secure Pre-Litigation Settlement in Family Leave Dispute

New York maintains one of the nation’s strongest and most comprehensive Paid Family Leave policies. First established in 2016, these laws ensure that families would not have to put their financial security at risk to care for a newborn. CRK&L partners James Valentino and Ramsey Hinkle have successfully represented many parents who have been discriminated […]

Spagna Discusses the Future of Criminal Cases Against Trump with WSJ

CRKL partner John Spagna recently spoke with the Wall Street Journal about how a number of high-profile criminal cases against Donald Trump are likely to be resolved now that he has won his campaign for the White House. In May of this year, Trump was found guilty of 34 felonies in a scheme to illegally […]

CRKL Named Tier 1 by Best Law Firms®

CRKL has been named as a Tier 1 firm in New York City for Criminal Defense: White Collar in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms® published by Best Lawyers.  Best Lawyers uses a system of peer-review research to collect the opinions of leading attorneys to evaluate the strengths of law firms in various practice areas. Since it […]

Blassberger Speaks with USA Today About Upcoming Mike Tyson Civil Lawsuit

Partner Effie Blassberger was recently quoted in USA Today discussing key issues facing boxer Mike Tyson as he prepares to defend himself in a civil lawsuit under New York’s Adult Survivors Act, which allows alleged victims of sexual offenses for which the statute of limitations has expired one year to file a civil lawsuit. While […]

Twelve CRKL Attorneys Named as Super Lawyers for 2024

Clayman Rosenberg Kirshner & Linder LLP is pleased to announce that 10 of the firm’s attorneys have been selected to the 2024 New York Metro Super Lawyers list. In addition, two attorneys – Thomas Dollar, and Eliel Talo – have been named to the 2024 New York Super Lawyers Rising Stars list. For the third […]